Haunted History Walking/Bus Tours – Coming in 2026
The History Museum on the Square is thrilled to announce the eagerly anticipated return of the Haunted History Walking/Bus Tours, an experience that unveils the history behind downtown’s haunts. These tours promise to captivate audiences of all ages, shedding light on true crime, alleged hauntings, and chilling stories that have become a part of Springfield’s folklore.
Haunted History Walking Tours
The Haunted Walking Tours this year will start at The Calaboose, Springfield Police Museum located 409 W McDaniel. FREE parking is available in the College Station Car Park at 316 S McDaniel. This year the highlight of the tours will be entering three downtown buildings and hearing the haunted stories inside. The three buildings include The Calaboose, Historic Fox Theatre and TaBak Co.
Date: Every Friday and Saturday night starting Friday, September 5th and ending Saturday, November 1st.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Non-Members $25 & Members $20 – Non-Refundable
Haunted History Bus Tours – SOLD OUT
Haunted History Bus Tours will start at the History Museum on the Square 154 Park Central Square. The Bus Tour includes downtown Springfield Commercial Street and Drury University, expanding on stories beyond the walking tour route.
Date: SOLD OUT – ONLY Friday October 24th and Saturday, October 25th
Cost: Non-Members $40 & Members $35 – Non Refundable
Haunted History Tours are a yearly fundraiser for the History Museum on the Square. Tickets are non-refundable.
Thank you to our sponsors:
BPJ Insurance Fisk Transportation
By reserving your spot, you have agreed to the Terms of Release. Terms of Release are attached for you and your minors to read and agree to. There will also be copies when you arrive for the tour. Haunted Release, Indem, HH, Photo Consent 2025.pdf
Description
The History Museum on the Square is thrilled to announce the eagerly anticipated return of the Haunted History Walking/Bus Tours, an experience that unveils the history behind downtown’s haunts. These tours promise to captivate audiences of all ages, shedding light on true crime, alleged hauntings, and chilling stories that have become a part of Springfield’s folklore.
Haunted History Walking Tours This year, the haunted walking tours will start at The Calaboose, Springfield Police Museum, located at 409 W McDaniel. FREE parking is available in the College Station Car Park at 409 W McDaniel. The highlight of the tours will be entering three downtown buildings and hearing the haunted stories inside. The three buildings include The Calaboose, Historic Fox Theatre, and TaBak Co.
Date: Every Friday and Saturday night starting Friday, September 5th and ending Saturday, November 1st.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Non-Members $25 & Members $20 – Non-Refundable
Haunted History Bus Tours – SOLD OUT – Haunted History Bus Tours will start at the History Museum on the Square 154 Park Central Square. The Bus Tour includes downtown Springfield Commercial Street and Drury University, expanding on stories beyond the walking tour route.
Date: SOLD OUT – ONLY Friday, October 24th and Saturday, October 25th
Cost: Non-Members $40 & Members $35 – Non-Refundable
Haunted History Tours are a yearly fundraiser for the History Museum on the Square. Tickets are non-refundable.
Thank you to our sponsors:
BPJ Insurance Fisk Transportation
By reserving your spot, you have agreed to the Terms of Release. Terms of Release are attached for you and your minors to read and agree to. There will also be copies when you arrive for the tour. Haunted Release, Indem, HH, Photo Consent 2025.pdf
Additional information
| Tour Admission | Member Walking Tour, Non-Member Walking Tour, Member Bus Tour, Non-Member Bus Tour |
|---|---|
| Tour Dates | Friday, September 5, Saturday September, 6, Friday, September 12, Saturday, September 13, Friday, September 19, Saturday, September 20, Friday, September 26, Saturday, September 27, Friday, October 3, Saturday, October 4, Friday, October 10, Saturday, October 11, Friday, October 17, Saturday, October 18, Friday, October 24, Saturday, October 25, Friday, October 31, Saturday, November 1 |
Event Details
Terms of Release are attached for you and your minors to read and agree to. When purchasing a ticket, you have agreed to these terms. There will also be copies at Guest Services when you arrive for the tour. Haunted Release, Indem, HH, Photo Consent 2025.docx
Date: 10/24/2025
Start time: 05:30 p.m. CDT
End time: 06:30 p.m. CDT
Venue: The Calaboose- 409 W McDaniel
Phone: 417-831-1976
Email: [email protected]





